The engineer's sketch-book of mechanical movements, devices, appliances, contrivances and details employed in the design and construction of machinery for every purpose

by Thomas Walter Barber

[1102]. Stannah’s patent stuffing box; the packing is tightened by a set screw.

[1103] & [1104]. Ram leathers, with gland to facilitate renewing.

[1105]. Grooved steam packing. It is said that the steam will not readily pass a series of grooves round a piston rod.

[1106]. Useful form of gland for a screwed spindle, the thread being cut in the outer cap.

[1107]. V-ring piston packing rings. The inner spring ring presses the outer rings out against the cylinder.

[1108]. “Bottle” gland to cover a reciprocating rod end.

[1109]. Gland with oil space to keep the rod lubricated.

[1110]. Water lute or seal for gas holders, &c.

[1111]. Grooved joint for packing round covers, &c.